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Beijing's Success vs Delhi's Crisis: How China's Decade-Long Fight Against Air Pollution Offers Lessons for India
Dec 17, 2025 03:47 pm CST
As Delhi struggles with hazardous air quality levels reaching 447 AQI, China's embassy has offered to share their successful pollution control strategies that reduced Beijing's PM2.5 levels by 64% over a decade. This article examines the stark contrast between China's systematic approach to air quality improvement through strict enforcement, regional coordination, and sustainable policies, compared to India's ongoing challenges with implementation despite similar mitigation attempts.
Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis: How Citizens Are Normalizing a Public Health Emergency
Nov 10, 2025 06:07 pm CST
This article examines Delhi's dangerous normalization of air pollution, exploring how political failure, data manipulation, and public resignation have created a situation where citizens defend their right to pollute rather than demanding clean air. The piece reveals the concerning shift from protest to acceptance as residents adapt to living with toxic conditions that reduce lifespans by a decade.
Former Supreme Court Judge: No Religion Permits Environmental Damage During Celebrations
Oct 30, 2025 12:00 am CST
Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Abhay S Oka addresses the growing issue of environmental degradation in the name of religious practices. In a recent lecture, he emphasizes that no religion endorses activities like bursting firecrackers, idol immersion in natural water bodies, or using loud loudspeakers during celebrations that harm the environment. Justice Oka argues that these practices are not essential religious activities protected by the Constitution and calls for eco-friendly alternatives to preserve our environment.
Green Crackers in Delhi: Less Harmful But Still Controversial for Public Health and Air Quality
Oct 18, 2025 01:35 pm CST
The Supreme Court's recent decision to allow green crackers in Delhi during Diwali has sparked debate among residents and environmental advocates. While these alternative fireworks produce 30% less pollution than conventional ones, many question whether "less harmful" is sufficient in a city already struggling with dangerous air quality levels. This article examines the controversy, regulations, implementation challenges, and the balance between tradition and public health in India's capital.
Supreme Court Permits Green Crackers in Delhi for Diwali 2023: A Balanced Approach to Festive Celebrations and Environmental Protection
Oct 15, 2025 02:11 pm CST
The Supreme Court has relaxed Delhi's firecracker ban, allowing certified green crackers during Diwali from October 18-21 within specific time slots. This decision aims to balance festive traditions with environmental concerns in a region struggling with severe winter pollution. The ruling includes strict manufacturing regulations and monitoring requirements to ensure compliance and minimize environmental impact.